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Live longer and prosper
The rise of health, resilience and longevity tourism
Say hello to health tourism. This new wellness trend goes beyond yoga and spa breaks to help travellers not only recharge but to increase resilience, purpose and longevity.
6 in 10
Canadian travellers say they feel more mindful about their overall health and wellbeing than ever before.
Reset retreats are a popular way to spend undistracted time in a wider community thinking about better nutrition, sleep and exercise habits.
Alongside the rise of sober-curious travellers and gut-led adventures to better balance the microbiome, people are embracing experiences to help them live longer and feel younger, in an environment where they can be themselves.
of Canadian travellers believe holidays can help build resilience and strength so they’re better able to handle the stresses of everyday life.
Lee Chambers
Travel Psychologist and Essentialise Founder.
“With wellness so often framed as more activities to do or things to consume, it’s no surprise to see a trend focusing on resetting and energy management.”
“Honouring our biological rhythms and putting human sustainability at the core of the travel experience is actively countering the indulgence of travelling we saw as the world opened back up.”
There’s a generational divide in approaches to health and wellbeing:
45%
of 25-34-year-olds
are more likely to take a health-conscious approach to their holidays.
37%
of 65-year-olds and older
are likely to take a health-conscious approach to their holidays.
According to wellness retreat experts BookRetreats.com*, yoga and wellness retreats are some of the latest trending experiences, up 10% and 25% YoY respectively.
*BookRetreats.com search interest, January to July 2024 vs. 2023
In search of that ‘new year, new me’ vibe? Skyscanner’s data says these are the top wellness and resilience destinations travellers are searching for in January*:
Phuket, Thailand – a popular destination for wellness-seekers thanks to its stunning beaches and retreats; think Muay Thai, silent reflection and SUP yoga.
Manila, Philippines – travellers can enjoy spa and health-centred escapes, often with a Filipino twist, such as a revitalizing Hilot massage and local-inspired menus.
Malé, Maldives – some of the world’s most scenic surf and yoga retreats are helping travellers to cultivate their overall health and wellness.
*Based on the top searches for economy class return flights conducted between January 1, 2024, and July 22, 2024, for travel in January 2025.
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